Hendon Police College

Hendon Police College is the principal training centre for Londons, Metropolitan Police Service.

Today, the college is commonly refferd to as the Peel Centre, although its original name is still used frequently. However, within the police it is known as just "Hendon". The centre is run by the Director and Co-ordinator of Training who is responsable for overseeing the training received by new recruits. Between 1,500 and 2,000 recruits pass through the centre each year to undertake its 17-week residential basic training course, the centre runs courses on many aspects of police work, from forensic and crime scene analysis, to radio operations and driving skills. Police officers can expect to return to the centre at various times during their career. Part of the centre is dedicated to the investigations of serious crimes, including homicide. Along with extensive sports facilities.